I really went for the gold in choosing an additional two years of school in order to earn a Doctor degree. Just a couple more small tasks and my diploma will be prepared for me!

Because the doctoral program is largely based on independent projects, what helped me complete all my work? It was largely my mindset, habits and ability to take action. Last winter some of my long-term projects were motivated with the desire to be finished with the projects by graduation day. From that feeling I would become enthusiastic and propelled to continue my writing for longer hours. It was my internal state that led to my achievement. If you keep this in mind, you too can be successful in any endeavor you choose.

For graduation my family came to town and we celebrated for a week. I captured this photograph of myself with the peak of Mt. Hood from behind the Timberline Lodge. See that road in the picture? I'll soon be on a road trip and I'll keep you informed with my blog and newsletter postcards.